UCC CPD courses

Cochlear Implants, Implantable Hearing Devices, and Impact on Communication for Children and Adults CT6106

Course Fact File
CodeCT6106
Duration2 Day Module.
Teaching ModePart-Time
FeesEU Fee: €450 : Non EU Fee: €1,025 See Fees and Costs for full details.
Closing Date5th April 2024
Start Date 26th - 27th April, 2024 (2 days)

Outline

Module Objective: To address the technological development and clinical applications of implantable hearing devices (including cochlear implants, BAHA, middle ear implants and brainstem implants) and their impact on deaf children and adults.

Module Content: Past and currrent technological advances, assessment and habilitation protocols, the role of interdisciplinary and interagency working, the impact of implantation on deaf children and adults with and without complex needs.

Learning Outcome: On successful completion of this module, students should be able to: ·Demonstrate an understanding of current technologies including BAHA, middle ear implants and brainstem implants, and the principles which underlie them ·Critically evaluate the multidisciplinary assessment and management protocols used for children and adults utilising these technologies ·Demonstrate an understanding of the impact of these technologies on the communication and listening skills of children and adults.

Teaching Methods: 24hr(s) Lectures (Seminars/Workshops/Problem-based learning tutorials/E-Learning); Other (Self-directed Learning).

 

Practicalities

2 Day Module

Mode of delivery to be confirmed for enquiries see contact information. This module can be also be attended for CPD (non credit bearing) purposes   https://www.ucc.ie/en/cpd/options/medhealth/clinicaltherapies/cpd1767/  

Requirements

The requirements are aligned with the requirements of the MSc Hearing, Balance and Communication Postgraduate Programme. Please see following link (https://www.ucc.ie/en/ckx27/) for more information.

Fees and Costs

EU Fee: É450.00/Non-EU Fee: É1,025.00 

Application Fee of É35.00

How To Apply

 

  • To apply for this module please log on to the UCC APPLY page and create an account.  
  • Gather any additional documents required (including a passport-style photo), copy of your degree parchment if not a previous UCC graduate.
  • An application fee of €35 will be payable on submission of your application via the same platform.
  • For more information on registering online click  https://www.ucc.ie/en/cpd/options/faqs/cpdregistration/   

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